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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

Lakers Game vs. Hornets Delayed: Wildfires Impact L. A.

Today, the Lakers and the Charlotte Hornets faced another challenge outside the court. Their game, initially set for Thursday night, had to be rescheduled due to the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles County. The game, originally slated to start at 7:30 PM at Crypto. com Arena, will now be played at a

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Jan 10 2025BUSINESS

Unions' Secret Weapon: Boosting Corporate Responsibility

You know who's a silent hero when it comes to making companies act responsibly? Unions! Over a decade-long study, researchers discovered that unions are like a secret weapon in reducing big, controversial issues related to the environment, society, and how companies are run (let's call them ESG issu

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

Boosting Chronic Kidney Disease Knowledge with Robot Coaches

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major problem worldwide, affecting countless people. Yet, awareness and understanding of CKD are low, causing late diagnosis and poor management. Traditional education methods like talking to doctors or using leaflets aren’t enough, especially when nursing staff is

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Childhood Traumas on Chinese Teens' Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts

Ever wondered how our experiences as kids affect our mental health when we grow up? Well, let's talk about some tough stuff. Researchers have noticed that experiencing bad things as a kid can lead to self-harm and even suicidal thoughts in teens. But here’s the thing, school plays a huge role in tur

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Why Are California Fires Getting So Bad?

California's Governor Gavin Newsom is facing criticism from President-elect Donald J. Trump for the ongoing wildfires in the state. Trump took to his social media platform to blame Newsom, calling him "incompetent" and suggesting that the governor's environmental policies are to blame. Specifically,

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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Grow Fresh Food Year-Round with PlantaForm's Smart Garden

Ever dreamt of having fresh veggies and herbs all year, regardless of the weather? PlantaForm's Indoor Smart Garden, unveiled at CES 2025, makes this possible. This futuristic device uses fogponics, a water-saving method that delivers nutrients via mist. It's eco-friendly and won't take up much spac

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Jan 09 2025SCIENCE

How Pluto and Charon Might Have Met

Imagine going back around 4. 5 billion years ago. In the far reaches of the solar system, a tiny world called Pluto suddenly had a dance partner — Charon. For just a short time, maybe just hours, they twirled around each other like dancers at a cosmic ball. This unexpected encounter led to the forma

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Creating a Powerful Cancer Fighter: IFNγ and Fas Join Forces

Imagine trying to fight a bad guy (like cancer) but not having enough soldiers (immune cells) to help. That’s where interferon gamma (IFNγ) comes in. This tiny protein wakes up immune cells so they can fight invaders or even cancer cells. Scientists wanted to make a super vaccine for colon cancer, s

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

The Bacteria That Help Cancer: How P. micra Speeds Up Colorectal Cancer

Ever heard of a tiny bacteria that can change how your body handles cancer? Meet Parvimonas micra (Pm), a germ that usually hangs out in your mouth. Scientists have found that Pm can mess with the immune system in a way that helps colorectal cancer (CRC) grow faster. Pm works by changing special im

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Jan 09 2025SPORTS

The Mystery Behind the T in TGL's Name

Have you ever wondered what the "T" in TGL stands for? Well, it's a bit of a mystery! TGL is a new golf league started by famous golfers Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, along with sports executive Mike McCarley. While "G" for golf and "L" for league make sense, the "T" has everyone scratching their he

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